Yearly Archives: 2015

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  The Vaue of a Workout Buddy

  Posted on July 19, 2015

  Working out for most people is not an enjoyable activity. But people workout anyway because it keeps them healthy.  An hour a day of exercise makes a big difference on how we feel.

  A lot of people walk, jog or workout with a friend and find this makes them much more likely to stay focused enough to make this part of their daily routine.

  This is a short article on three reasons why a workout buddy is a good thing.

  The three reasons it cites are

  1. Accountability.

  2. Competition

  3. Enjoyment.

  Click here to read this recent article……

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  An Interesting Video on Concierge Medicine from the 700 Club TV Show

  Posted on July 12, 2015

  It’s always good to see national exposure for concierge medicine. We wanted to pass along this link to a short segment from the 700 Club. The segment interviews a Texas doctor about the advantages of working with a concierge doctor.

  Of course, since you are patients of Access MD, you know about the benefits of this form of medicine. Concierge medicine is becoming more popular throughout the country as premiums and deductibles continue to skyrocket.

• One Health and Fitness Blog Worth Sharing

  Posted on July 5, 2015

  Every now and then I find through the clutter of the Internet a resource for health and fitness news that proves to be quite valuable. This blog and the tools at its sister site fit that profile.

  The Hello Healthy Blog covers all sorts of information related to diet and fitness. New information on a variety of topics is posted daily. On a recent day the blog included postings on how to lower sugar intake, a 20-minute workout video, and a list of reasons as to why running is so good for you.

  The Hello Healthy Blog is actually run by myfitnesspal.com. Over 65 million people access this site. It includes an app for your phone to log what you eat and you can count the calories on a daily basis. It also has a “community” arrangement where you can work with other people to lose weight. Studies clearly show that if a person monitors their intake that more weight is lost.

  Fitness and health information is more abundant than ever now, but good information is not always easy to find. Using resources like the Hello Healthy Blog to help you achieve your health goals is a form of preventive care.

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  Many insured Americans cannot afford healthcare

  Posted on June 29, 2015

  This article sums up nicely one of the major issues with the current healthcare insurance system. Deductibles are so high that many people forgo needed medical help.

  There are different definitions of “underinsured” but it is safe to say that between high deductibles and ever rising premiums the number of people not seeking out the necessary help will continue to rise.

  So what is the writer’s solution? One solution is to focus more on preventive care.

  Of course, that is what Access MD is all about. Our annual fee continues to become more of a value with each passing year.

  Click here to read the article.

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  Books for the beach

  Posted on June 22, 2015

  Ok, we know this post is a little bit out of the realm of health news but we thought it would be fun to highlight some good reading options for the beach this summer.

  Here is a list of books to consider that seem to be page-turners. The article is entitled “The Best 11 Beach of The Summer”.

  So after putting on that suntan lotion, grab a good book……

   

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  Blue Cross Blue Shield is requesting large premium increases for next year

  Posted on June 15, 2015

  BCBS of Alabama has requested large rate increases for next year, with an average of 28% for individual plans and 14% for small group plans.

  These large rate increase requests are happening all across the country and this makes affordable health care even more of an issue than it has been in the past. Click here for more information.

  This development also makes Access MD an even greater bargain for our patients as the health care insurance system becomes more costly and difficult to navigate. We are glad you are part of our practice.

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  Some suntan lotions might not work as advertised

  Posted on June 8, 2015

  A new report suggests that over 80% of all suntan lotions do not deliver the protection they say they do, or that they have harmful ingredients in them.

  The report from the Environmental Working Group studied hundreds of lotions and came up with a lists for both recommended and non-recommended products.

  The recommended list includes Blue Lizard, Bull Frog, Burt’s Bees, Earth’s Best, Nature’s Gate, and another half dozen lesser known products.

  Those not recommended include Banana Boat, Coppertone, and a few others.

  Click here to read the entire article.

  As you would expect, we highly recommend the use of sunscreen during the summer months here in Mobile.  Please apply generously and often!

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  The value of exercise

  Posted on June 1, 2015

  Everyone knows that exercise is good for your health.  A few recent studies have attempted to measure what type and frequency of exercise creates the most benefits.

  This New York Times article outlines the results of these studies. Two takeaways to share are these – that a little over one hour a day of exercise creates tremendous benefits for a person, and that if this includes a good bit of vigorous exercise the benefits are even greater.

  We hope all of our patients exercise regularly. If you have questions about what type of exercise we would suggest please contact us.

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  Just a Quick “Shout-Out” for Camp Rap-A-Hope!

  Posted on May 25, 2015

   

  As you probably know, Dr. Hashimi and her family have been involved with Camp Rap-A-Hope camp for quite some time. In fact, for each patient referral Access MD receives, we make a small donation to the camp.

  This year’s camp promises to be a great success for all those children who attend. Please check out their new website here. By being a patient here at Access MD, you are indirectly supporting this great cause!

• A note on dietary supplements

  Posted on May 13, 2015

  The New York Time recently ran an article on some dietary supplement products that had some chemicals “hidden” in their ingredients. The particular chemical agent is called BMPAE.

  We mention this story to make sure everyone knows that they need to be very careful when adding supplements to their daily intake. Supplements are to some great degree not regulated by the FDA or any other government watchdog agency.

  Patients can contact us for further information on what you may be currently taking.

  For more information, please use this link.